Herekino Computers In Homes Launch, February 5th 2008

Hooray!!! Computers in Homes has arrived again in the Far North. Te Roopu Whai Pukenga, Herekino were proud achievers to finally relax the shoulders a bit. The day began very hot and into the early evening the setting sun on the West was a tad bit hotter. We were honoured to have local Kuia Hinerakei Murray, bless our new project, which included the newly refurbished Computers In Homes suite. After a short but very meaningful ceremony Locals, respective partners Far North Reap, Te Roopu Whai Pukenga Herekino CIH Students ,Teachers from the School and our younger generation gathered around for Karakia mo te Kai. A delicious meal was shared by the attendants, while time was quickly and silently grabbing pace, the students present for the 1st evening class were familiarising themselves with their new surroundings, that would be their Home away from Home base for the duration of the course. Herekino has 50 computers to give to families, while the first class student numbers are an eager 17 locals ages ranging from medium rare to cooked. Tuesday and Thursday seem to be the Buzz days where you'll more than likely see them there, with the extra classes for those who are reaLLY HooKED. Our next big THRILL is our 'GRADUATION' keep an eye out .....and definitely watch this space.